Real-Time Monitoring of Active Landslides
Fact Sheet
091-99
Links
- More information: USGS Index Page (html)
- Download citation as: RIS | Dublin Core
Abstract
Landslides threaten lives and property in every State in the Nation. To reduce the risk from active landslides, the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) develops and uses real-time landslide monitoring systems. Monitoring can detect early indications of rapid, catastrophic movement. Up-to-the-minute or real-time monitoring provides immediate notification of landslide activity, potentially saving lives and property. Continuous information from real-time monitoring also provides a better understanding of landslide behavior, enabling engineers to create more effective designs for halting landslide movement.
Suggested Citation
Reid, M.E., LaHusen, R.G., and Ellis, W., 1999, Real-Time Monitoring of Active Landslides (Version 1.0): U.S. Geological Survey Fact Sheet 091-99, 2 p., https://doi.org/10.3133/fs09199.
ISSN: 2327-6932 (online)
| Publication type | Report |
|---|---|
| Publication Subtype | USGS Numbered Series |
| Title | Real-Time Monitoring of Active Landslides |
| Series title | Fact Sheet |
| Series number | 091-99 |
| DOI | 10.3133/fs09199 |
| Edition | Version 1.0 |
| Year Published | 1999 |
| Language | ENGLISH |
| Publisher | Geological Survey (U.S.) |
| Contributing office(s) | U.S. Geological Survey |
| Description | 2 p. |